City of Charlotte Announces Grant for Business District Organizations
Start-Scale-Sustain Grant for Charlotte’s Business Districts
The city of Charlotte has recently announced a new grant program aimed at supporting Business District Organizations (BDOs) within the Corridors of Opportunity. The Start-Scale-Sustain (S3) grant is a promising opportunity for nonprofit organizations dedicated to enhancing business districts in Charlotte.
Grant Criteria and Application Process
Organizations interested in applying for the S3 grant must meet specific criteria. They must be a nonprofit with an existing or pending 501(c)3 or 501(c)6 designation, serve a business district in the Corridors of Opportunity, represent at least 10 businesses from the district they serve, and have an active SAM.gov Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) or a fiduciary/fiscal sponsor with a UEI.
Applications for the grant are currently being accepted until June 14 at 5 p.m. To provide further insight into the grant program, city staff will conduct a question-and-answer webinar on Thursday, May 16, at 11 a.m. Interested participants must register for the webinar to receive a virtual meeting link and are encouraged to submit any questions prior to the event by emailing corridorsofopportunity@charlottenc.gov.
For detailed information regarding the grant program and application guidelines, interested parties can visit the S3 grant webpage.
Support for Community Development
The implementation of the Start-Scale-Sustain grant underscores the city’s commitment to fostering economic development and sustainability within Charlotte’s business districts. By providing financial support to BDOs, the city aims to empower these organizations to create positive change and growth within their respective communities.
Continued Efforts for Economic Empowerment
Through initiatives like the S3 grant, Charlotte continues to demonstrate its dedication to promoting economic empowerment and revitalization in key districts across the city. By investing in the success of local businesses and organizations, Charlotte is paving the way for a more vibrant and prosperous community.
Stay tuned for further updates on the Start-Scale-Sustain grant program and the impact it will have on Charlotte’s business landscape.
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